Moore County Health Department

11/26/2025

Moore County Health Department offices will be closed Thursday, November 27th and Friday, November 28th. We look forward to serving you again on Monday, December 1st! We are thankful for the opportunity to serve and work alongside you and hope you all have a wonderful Thanksgiving!

11/25/2025

🎄❤️ Sharing for our friends at Moore County Public Safety! ❤️🎄

Mark your calendars — the 5th Annual Sensory Santa event is coming up, and it’s one of the sweetest, most inclusive holiday traditions in Moore County.

📅 Saturday, December 6, 2025
🕙 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Moore County Parks & Recreation, Carthage

This event is thoughtfully designed to give children who may need a calmer, sensory-friendly environment a comfortable, joyful way to visit Santa.

✅ Family Registration is open now:🔗
https://moorecountync-public-safety.form.transform.civicplus.com/35566

✅ Vendor Registration is open now:🔗
https://moorecountync-public-safety-public-safety.app.transform.civicplus.com/forms/35570

📞 Questions?
Call (910) 947-6317 or email cdowd@moorecountync.gov

Huge thanks to Moore County Public Safety for hosting this wonderful annual event that brings so many smiles and warm memories to local families.

🎅✨ Let the holiday season begin! 🌟

11/24/2025

While the USDA prefers turkeys to defrost in the refrigerator, if you've missed your window it's not too late! Proper turkey handling lets your tummy feel full, not sick!🦃

11/19/2025

🚂Choo Choo 🚂

GREAT information to know and share with your young drivers! If ever you are stuck on tracks or you see problems with tracks, calling this number on the blue signs lets the railroads know the issue and can try to STOP the train before tragedy occurs as they know where that train is real time. Then please call 911 😁

Do you know what this sign is? It’s at all railroad crossings and has a phone number to call if you see an accident or issue with a location number. Call this number FIRST before you dial 911

11/19/2025

If anyone is in need of transportation assistance, here is a resource that may be helpful for your needs.

11/17/2025

The shutdown has ended. NC WIC has received FULL funding to continue services for all families. Please continue using your food benefits, going in for your clinic appointments or participating in virtual services!

11/17/2025

💜 Healing happens when we come together. 💜

Our Domestic Violence Support Group meets every 2nd Tuesday of the month, with the next session tomorrow.
It’s a safe and confidential space for survivors and loved ones to share, learn, and find strength in community.

You don’t have to go through this alone. 💬✨

11/14/2025

What an honor it was to be a part of 💚 Operation Green Light 💚 to honor our Veterans and show our appreciation to them and their families, for their sacrifices and willingness to serve especially in these times. You are not alone, we see you, and we at the Moore County Health Department are here for you to help in any way we can from support, sharing resources, and just being someone to walk this journey with you.

11/14/2025

Studies are showing screen time is more detrimental than most of us could have predicted. It is not only affecting behavior, but work ethic, the way they learn, attention spans, etc. Rewiring the brain the way that it is also affects the chemicals in our brains which affects mood, emotions, and the way our body systems work together as a whole.

While screens are not going away any time soon, it is important to establish healthy habits while kids are young and showing good examples through our own actions as parents.

For more information on how to be better examples and establishing healthier habits for yourselves and therefore your kids, please visit these sites:

https://www.canr.msu.edu/news/digital_technology_and_mental_health

https://magazine.medlineplus.gov/article/7-tips-for-managing-screen-use

https://www.heart.org/en/news/2024/02/29/tips-for-reducing-screen-time-and-why-that-might-be-a-good-idea

11/12/2025

Some things to keep in mind as the holidays 🎄 and gift 🎁 purchasing begin...

While parents and caregivers may be familiar with the dangers posed by button batteries, lithium-ion batteries can be found in many gifts for older children and have their own potential hazards.

Check out these tips from NFPA: https://www.nfpa.org/education-and-research/home-fire-safety/lithium-ion-batteries

11/03/2025

For those in need of assistance:
Please refer to the list below for available resources to help with any urgent or upcoming needs. If you are unable to find the support you’re looking for, don’t hesitate to reach out—we’re here to help connect you with the information and services you need.

For those able to give:
Monetary donations can be made directly to the Food Bank at the link below:
https://secure.foodbankcenc.org/site/Donation2?mfc_pref=T&14545.donation=form1&df_id=14545&s_src=fy26_web_LB&s_subsrc=snap_full_all_Z&fbclid=IwY2xjawN1lBdleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETEzdGpJTW8xT0lNRnFmUkFJAR6E7iGXxtQb0nnSyUrytu7MTT7hLevfGB37ubm1Y6jLFTZO9cuSeayvVZU3kg_aem_ZzUJKdKNBgtpbF6qkAoiAQ

Volunteering opportunities:
With the current increase in demand, additional volunteers are needed to help collect, pack, and distribute food. If you are interested in serving, please contact your local food bank to learn more about how you can get involved.

10/13/2025

October is National Dental Hygiene Month, and we are proud to recognize our very own Tammie Fox, RDH!

Tammie is truly a hidden gem within the Health Department. She works diligently to ensure that children in our community receive the dental care they need and develop healthy habits that will support lifelong oral health.

Through her close collaboration with Moore County Schools, Tammie helps safeguard and improve oral health outcomes across the county—addressing local needs and implementing evidence-based strategies in partnership with the State of North Carolina.

Tammie is a dedicated team player who consistently goes above and beyond. Her passion for her work, commitment to excellence, and of course, her radiant smile make her an invaluable part of both our department and the Oral Disease Prevention team.

We are truly grateful for all that Tammie does to promote healthy smiles throughout our community!